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Cheddar & Axbridge

England / South West / Somerset / Cheddar & Axbridge

About

The Cheddar & Axbridge area in Somerset is known for its striking natural landscapes, including the famous Cheddar Gorge. This limestone gorge features cliffs, caves, and walking trails, attracting outdoor enthusiasts. Nearby, the Mendip Hills offer rolling countryside and scenic views, while the area's rich history includes prehistoric remains and medieval architecture.

Axbridge, a small market town, retains its historic charm with timber-framed buildings and a medieval square. The town sits close to the River Axe and the Somerset Levels, a wetland area with diverse wildlife. Cheddar, famous for its cheese, has a mix of tourist attractions and local businesses, blending tradition with modern amenities. Both towns provide access to rural walks and cycling routes, making the area popular for nature lovers.

Area overview

On average Cheddar & Axbridge has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cheddar & Axbridge is £49,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Cheddar & Axbridge: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cheddar & Axbridge Population
9,365
Population density
200 per km²

Demographics

British
8,832
94.32%
Other White
216
2.31%
White and Asian (mixed)
66
0.7%
Other Asian
49
0.52%
Irish
40
0.43%
Total population: 9,364

Housing

Owns outright
1,817
44.73%
Owns with a mortgage
1,218
29.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
480
11.82%
Other social rented
202
4.97%
Social rents from council
198
4.87%
Total households: 4,062

Property prices in Cheddar & Axbridge

Based on 149 recent sales, the median property price is £339,995 in Cheddar & Axbridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,000 up to £865,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached65£462,500
Flats14£147,625
Semi-Detached38£315,000
Terraced32£255,500

10 years price trend in Cheddar & Axbridge

All postcodes in Cheddar & Axbridge

BS262FH

Moorland Street

BS273AT

Wideatts Road

BS273PW

Cliff Street

BS273XW

Blackdown Mead

BS251RD

Cuck Hill

BS251TY

Sycamore Close

BS273DN

Upper New Road

BS273EF

Cheddar Fields

BS273GH

Cheddar & Axbridge

BS273HT

Comer Road

BS273NE

St Andrews Road

BS273ZX

Station Road

BS251QL

Rowberrow Lane

BS251RA

Cuck Hill

BS251TF

Hind Pitts

BS273DL

Longmead End

BS273DZ

Lower New Road

BS273JA

Orchard Way

BS273JS

Birch Close

BS273NS

Union Street

BS273XJ

Labourham Way

BS273YB

Dolemead Lane

BS279AQ

Station Road

BS262BG

Crossmoor Road

BS251RS

Winscombe Drove

BS251TQ

Allens Lane

BS273BD

Barrows Road

BS273BP

Round Oak Road

BS273DT

Station Road

BS273FY

Black Lane

BS251SU

Glovers Field

BS262BY

Houlgate Way

BS262DR

Farthing Combe

BS273AW

Norville Close

BS273FZ

Cheddar & Axbridge

BS273HG

Statham Close

BS273HW

Hillfield

BS273JJ

Birch Hill

BS273LG

Kent Street

BS273NR

Froglands Lane

BS273PT

Cliff Street

BS273QN

Daghole

BS273XS

Kemm Close

BS251SP

Rowberrow Lane

BS251UA

Broadway

BS262BT

Chestnut Avenue

BS273BE

The Barrows

BS273BG

Barrows Croft

BS273BQ

The Link

BS273LN

Warrens Hill

BS273NB

Union Street

BS273PU

Brendon Way

BS273QP

Lippiatt Lane

BS251SH

Beech Drive

BS251TD

Allens Lane

BS251UG

Elm Close

BS262BA

Axbridge Moor Drove

BS273FG

Hellier's Lane

BS273FU

Cheddar & Axbridge

BS273GG

Cheddar & Axbridge

BS273JN

Birch Hill

BS273YL

Upper Draycott Road

BS251UF

Broadway

BS262AF

High Street

BS262BB

Moorland Street

BS273AZ

Barrow Park

BS273FT

Cheddar & Axbridge

BS273FW

Upper New Road

BS273NP

Millbourne Road

BS273NZ

Church Street

BS273PL

Cliff Street

BS273PQ

Huntsmans Ridge

BS273QL

Daghole

BS273RP

Cheddar Moor Drove

BS284JW

Canal Drove

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.